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Dental Health Education

Course

Course Title

Class

Lab/ Shop

Clinical/ Co-op

Credit

DEN 104

Dental Health Education

2

2

0

3

Prerequisites: None

Corequisites: None

Effective Term: Spring 2005

This course covers the study of preventive dentistry to prepare dental assisting students for the role of dental health educator. Topics include etiology of dental diseases, preventive procedures, and patient education theory and practice. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate proficiency in patient counseling and oral health instruction in private practice or public health settings. This is a diploma-level course.

Legend

: Comprehensive Articulation Agreement - This course is recommended for students transferring to a four-year university.